1996 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1957 Opel Record
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (510 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 681 kg more than 1957 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | 1957 Opel Record | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
| Model | Diablo | Record |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5706 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |
